A tiny, bright yellow finch species characteristic of Central Texas, recognized by its black cap, bright yellow underparts, and sweet twittering songs.
Field Identification: Tiny size, bright yellow underparts, black crown cap on males, dark back, and prominent white patch on primary wing feathers.
Texas & Hill Country Notes: In Texas, Lesser Goldfinches occur in two color morphs: black-backed and green-backed males. They feed extensively on native thistle seeds, wild sunflower, and coreopsis across Hill Country meadows.
